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Thai-Pirinha

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Alcoholic Cocktail Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass 8 ingredients

Recipe

  • 5 ozwedge Limes
  • 1 slice Lemon
  • 2 Crystalized Ginger
  • 1.5 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 leaf Thai Basil
  • 0.5 oz Domaine de Canton Ginger-infused Coconut Rum
  • 0.5 oz Coconut Jack Milk
  • 1.5 oz Coconut Maraschino Cherries

Instructions

This cocktail was created (with a few minor variations) in early April 2007 by Sc'Eric Horner for the Fuji & Jade Garden restaurant in State College, PA. Much like its original predecessor, you should NOT serve the Thai-pirinha with a straw! In addition to the straw getting clogged with Lime pulp, the cocktail will also taste better when air is incorporated into each sip, so drinking directly from the glass--and even lightly slurping--is highly encouraged! For those of you making large quantities of Coconut-based beverages, I would recommend mixing 1.0 can of Coconut Milk to 1.5 cans of Coconut Rum (I recommend Coconut Jack brand.) This puts two of your ingredients in one container and also helps make the Coconut Milk smoother and easier to portion.Combine Lime, Lemon, Sugar, Basil and one cube of crystalized Ginger in an Old-Fashioned glass. Muddle until Sugar is mostly dissolved and the Basil is completely macerated. Add ice, cachaca, Ginger Liqueur, Coconut Rum and Coconut Milk. Cap glass with small shaker tin and shake until Sugar is completely dissolved. Garnish with skewered Ginger, Cherry and (opt.) Lime.

About Thai-Pirinha

The Thai-Pirinha is a vibrant cocktail that draws inspiration from the classic Brazilian Caipirinha while incorporating flavors and ingredients that evoke the essence of Southeast Asia. The drink features a medley of citrus and ginger flavors, with wedges of lime and a slice of lemon providing a zesty base. The inclusion of crystallized ginger and Domaine de Canton ginger-infused coconut rum adds a warm, spicy note that complements the refreshing citrus. Sugar balances the tartness, while a Thai basil leaf introduces a subtle herbal aroma, enhancing the drink's complexity.

This cocktail is a fusion of cultures, marrying traditional Brazilian elements with Thai influences. The use of coconut, both in the form of Coconut Jack Milk and coconut maraschino cherries, adds a creamy tropical richness, which transforms the drink into an exotic experience. The Thai-Pirinha is a modern twist that showcases global flavors, making it a perfect choice for those seeking something innovative and refreshing. Its unique combination of ingredients makes it a standout choice for cocktail enthusiasts looking to explore diverse taste profiles.

This cocktail is alcoholic, so drink responsibly! Best served in a Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass, though any glass works!

Feel free to get creative with substitutions — try different fruit types, sugar substitutes, or liquor brands. Crafting cocktails should be fun!

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This drink uses 8 core ingredients. Click any ingredient to find more drinks featuring it:

  1. Lime(s)
  2. Lemon(s)
  3. Ginger
  4. Sugar
  5. Basil
  6. Rum (Flavored)
  7. Milk
  8. Cherries

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